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Clutch pedal pushrod issue

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by motodude323, May 24, 2016.

  1. May 24, 2016 at 12:51 PM
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    motodude323

    motodude323 [OP] Member

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    Hey guys, been having a repeating problem with my clutch master cylinder(s). I replaced the first one sometime last year a little while after I bought the truck to try and improve the feel at the pedal. Nothing much changed, and eventually it got worse. I had to keep adjusting it out because it was engaging lower and lower over time. Finally something happened to the rear seal and it started leaking inside the cab. I replaced it a few months ago under warranty through Autozone (yeah, not the best source) and all seemed well. However, when I looked at the old one I noticed the bushing inside the clevis on the pedal was giving out and allowing the rod to kink. Well now the new one is doing the same thing and the clutch pedal feels terrible. It's frustrating that such a simple part is failing. So my question is, has anyone else had the same issue and does anyone know of a better brand to replace it with? I've attached a picture to show how the push rod is kinking.

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  2. May 24, 2016 at 1:39 PM
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    ThunderOne

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    I'm sure you know what "brand" we are gonna say to go with already. ;)
     
  3. May 24, 2016 at 3:02 PM
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    motodude323

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    I'm going to guess Aisin. Haha yeah that's where I was headed next, just wanted to see if anyone else can relate to this and see if there was a quick solution first. I searched around and couldn't find anyone else having the same problem. All it is is a plastic bushing that keeps failing.
     
  4. May 24, 2016 at 3:53 PM
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    ThunderOne

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    Yeah, just go with OEM stuff. Can't go wrong.
     
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